The Morning Habits Successful People Avoid That Could Change Your Entire Day—Are You Making These Mistakes?
If you struggle with this habit, try placing your alarm across the room or setting a consistent wake-up time every day. Get up the first time your alarm goes off—you’ll thank yourself later.
2) Checking my phone first thing
I used to grab my phone the second I woke up—scrolling through emails, messages, and social media before I even got out of bed. It felt like I was staying on top of things, but in reality, it was the worst way to start my day.
Instead of feeling in control, I’d immediately fall into a reactive mindset. My mood would be dictated by whatever notifications popped up—stressful emails, bad news, or endless distractions that stole my focus before I even had a chance to think.